Research Software Engineer I (Onsite)

RTX (BBN Technologies) is hiring a Research Software Engineer I to build prototype software for advanced research efforts, working in a hybrid onsite setup in Cambridge, MA.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a small team on cutting-edge R&D projects spanning AI-based planning and scheduling (including joint all domain command and control context)
• Develop prototype software using latest open-source technologies
• Contribute to novel compiler development, including LLVM passes
• Support OS-related capability development such as kernel modules and userland services
• Incorporate feedback from end users, field tests, and exercises
• Explore technical possibilities with motivated, world-class colleagues
• Deliver practical solutions to complex problems

Requirements

• BS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a STEM major, completed by the start date
• Experience with Java and/or C, Linux, basic Networking, and Cloud Integration
• Experience with distributed systems, middleware, and AI
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance
• U.S. citizenship required because only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
• DoD Secret clearance: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

Preferred Qualifications

• Creative problem solving and experimental design
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work self-directed as part of a team

Technologies

• Java, C, Linux
• Open-source technologies
• LLVM passes
• Kernel modules, userland services
• Distributed systems, middleware, AI
• Cloud Integration

Location and Work Model

• Cambridge, MA, United States of America
• Hybrid
• Onsite and hybrid employees: commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility

Salary

• USD 57,200 - 108,800 per year

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability, long-term disability
• 401(k) match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Flexible work schedules
• Employee assistance program
• Employee Scholar Program
• Parental leave
• Paid time off
• Holidays

What RTX Offers

• Values: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, Innovation
• Relocation eligibility

Security and Eligibility Notes

• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required
• U.S. citizenship is required
• DoD Clearance: Secret
• Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

Application Window

• Application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted
• RTX may shorten or extend the application window based on candidate flow and business necessity

Incentive Compensation

• Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on level
• Payments are not guaranteed and depend on factors including individual performance and business unit and/or company performance